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Lincoln Memorial Pool Cleans Up for 250th Anniversary

4/10/2026

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The National Park Service is cleaning the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool ahead of America's 250th Anniversary in July 2026.
U.S. President Donald Trump says the renovation will cost less and take less time than initially expected, with the project to be completed in a fraction of the original timeframe and to enhance the pool's beauty.
The cleaning has begun, with park service workers draining the pool and removing sludge.

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The National Park Service is cleaning the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool ahead of America's 250th Anniversary in July 2026.
U.S. President Donald Trump says the renovation will cost less and take less time than initially expected, with the project to be completed in a fraction of the original timeframe and to enhance the pool's beauty.
The cleaning has begun, with park service workers draining the pool and removing sludge.